Mattox

What does the baby name Mattox mean? Learn about what Mattox means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Mattox - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Mattox
M-A-T-T-O-X, is a 6-letter male given name.
Meaning of Mattox
Son of madoc, sweet, a blessing from god.
Origin of Mattox
The name 'Mattox' is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'mattuc', which means 'a small hammer'. The name originally referred to someone who worked as a blacksmith or a metalworker.
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Popularity of Mattox
The popularity of the name 'Mattox' has remained relatively low throughout history. It has not ranked among the top 1,000 names for boys in the United States in recent years, according to official records.
Mattox currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Adom is slightly more popular than Mattox.

Etymology of Mattox

The etymology of the name 'Mattox' can be traced back to the Old English word 'mattuc', as mentioned earlier. This word eventually evolved into the modern surname 'Mattox', which later became used as a given name.

Cultural Significance of Mattox

The name 'Mattox' does not hold significant cultural or historical meaning in any particular culture. It is a relatively uncommon name and does not have any specific cultural associations or symbolism.